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Silverton Banked Slalom Races Third Year Running

Silverton Banked Slalom Races Third Year Running

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Silverton Banked Slalom Races Third Year Running

■ By Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The third annual Silverton Banked Slalom races are set for this Saturday, February 24th, and are already almost sold out. They capped the participants at 150, and as of the time of this interview, Cory Smith stated they were at 120 registered and were most likely working towards a waitlist.
Machinery is hauled to the Pride of the West Mine in the winter of 1931-32. Photo courtesy of San Juan County Historical Society

Machinery is hauled to the Pride of the West Mine in the winter of 1931-32. Photo courtesy of San Juan County Historical Society

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Way Back!

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
140 YEARS AGO Editor’s note: From Feb. 3 to April 17, 1884, Silverton suffered through one of its worst snow blockades ever. From the February 23, 1884 edition of the Silverton Democrat: NO MAIL FOR 3 WEEKS.
The 3rd annual Silverton Banked Slalom races are set for this Saturday, February 24

The 3rd annual Silverton Banked Slalom races are set for this Saturday, February 24

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In Brief

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Silverton Standard is Hiring! Excellent pay and lots of independence. See details in the help wanted section on page 6!
2024 Silverton Skijoring was a packed event with 93 teams. Photo Credit Wesley Berg

2024 Silverton Skijoring was a packed event with 93 teams. Photo Credit Wesley Berg

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Silverton Skijoring Was The Biggest Event Yet!

■ By Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
This past weekend, the Silverton Skijoring team registered the most participants yet, with a whopping 93 teams. They also had the most first-time skiers participate, with some being locals like Brian Gardner.
Wet Windy Winter Weather

Wet Windy Winter Weather

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Wet Windy Winter Weather

News Staff
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Wednesday: 32.3° high 23.5°, slight up canyon breeze. 0.8 inches heavy snowfall with dense cloud cover that the streetlights we’re still on until 7:15 AM plus! Snow and blowing snow followed with an up canyon rush.
Feeling inspired by Wes Berg’s photography. Photo credit Sterling Blankenship

Feeling inspired by Wes Berg’s photography. Photo credit Sterling Blankenship

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Feeling inspired

News Staff
Wednesday, February 14, 2024

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Mountain Happenings

News Staff
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Ongoing • Move Winter Yoga schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 5:30PM Wednesdays @ 6:30AM Gym Hours: 5:30 am- 9pm, 7 days a week (closed during yoga class).Please reach out to move. silverton@gmail.com. if you would like to join the Silverton’s community gym space.

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SMPA Press Release

■ Submitted By Smpa
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Dear Ouray or Silverton Stakeholder: In an effort to keep you informed on our Red Mountain Electrical Reliability and Broadband Improvement Project, we’d like to offer the following update regarding travel impacts for the coming summer season.
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